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CBme

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A 22-year-old patient has been taking lithium for 1 year, and the most recent lithium level is 0.9 mEq/L. Which statement about the laboratory result is correct?
 
  a. The lithium level is therapeutic.
  b. The lithium level is too low.
  c. The lithium level is too high.
  d. Lithium is not usually monitored with blood levels.

Question 2

A patient has been taking haloperidol (Haldol)
 
  for 3 months for a psychotic disorder, and the nurse is concerned about the development of extrapyramidal symptoms. The nurse will monitor the patient closely for which effects?
  a. Increased paranoia
  b. Drowsiness and dizziness
  c. Tremors and muscle twitching
  d. Dry mouth and constipation


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livaneabi

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C


CBme

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
:D TYSM

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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